Why franchise in Orlando?

Put down roots in an area poised for growth

With mild weather, year-round sunshine, and miles of beaches, Orlando is one of the country’s best places to live—and that makes it even easier to attract and keep top talent in the area. Add in business-friendly policies, and it’s clear why Orlando is ranked as a top city for job growth and the most economical place to start a business. 

The greater Orlando area’s employers represent a range of industries, from tourism to medical research to technology to media. And with more than 30 higher education institutions, Orlando is home to a well-educated workforce—currently 1.2 million strong—that is always growing and eager to be matched with top companies.

Top employers in Orlando:

  • Planet Hollywood
  • Universal Parks & Resorts
  • Wyndham Worldwide
  • Margaritaville
  • Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company

Why franchise with Spherion?

Franchising with Spherion means operating a locally owned business backed by decades of staffing experience and proven recruiting systems. Owners receive training, technology, and ongoing guidance while staying in control of how they serve their local market. This support allows franchisees to focus on employer and candidate relationships instead of building processes from scratch. As a job recruitment franchising business, Spherion offers flexibility to support changing workforce needs.

Available Spherion business models in Orlando

Orlando business highlights

One of 10 “American Cities of the Future”

Ranked most economical place to launch a business

One of the best cities for job growth

#4 on the Tax Foundation’s State Business Climate Index

1.2 million+ person workforce

About You

Who is an ideal Spherion Staffing franchise owner candidate?

The strongest candidates bring a mix of business awareness, people skills, and local engagement. We look for someone who can build relationships, understand workforce needs, and stay involved in their community while managing day-to-day operations.

Entrepreneurial Mindset

You’re comfortable making decisions, adjusting your approach, and staying focused on long-term progress.

  • Financial Literacy: You can proficiently manage a P&L and accounts receivables.
  • Business Growth: You possess sufficient operating capital and the drive to scale.
  • Resourcefulness: You navigate daily responsibilities while keeping an eye on long-term goals.

Sales & Leadership Experience

Managing clients and identifying opportunities are part of how you operate.

  • Recruiting & Development: You have a track record of leading teams to hit criteria-based results.
  • Consultative Selling: You’re skilled in prospecting, business negotiations, and responding to bids.
  • Expert Guidance: You have the confidence to deliver compensation recommendations and market insights.
  • Effective Communication: You possess strong speaking and presentation skills.

Community-Focused Professional

Being visible and involved helps you build trust while supporting local employers and job seekers.

  • Hyper-Local Presence: You live within your desired market and know its unique needs.
  • Civic Engagement: You are active in local business organizations and civic groups.
  • Invested Leadership: You have a genuine desire to contribute to the health of your local workforce.

If this sounds like you, read more about franchising with Spherion Staffing. Then, contact Dan Brunell to get started on your Spherion path to franchise ownership!

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When you're ready to start your franchising journey with Spherion, text, call, or email Dan to ask how you can become part of our franchise community.

Dan Brunell

Dan Brunell

Senior Vice President of Franchise Development

Dan boasts 30+ years of experience helping prospective franchisees succeed. His background includes founding a top franchise brokerage as well as current and past senior executive roles in the staffing industry.

Support & Training

Our support is our signature: Our owner community across the country is collaborative, supportive, and helpful. Spherion franchisees include multigenerational groups, husband-wife teams, former Spherion corporate employees, former franchise employees, and entrepreneurs from all walks of life. A clear supermajority (98%) agree that Spherion's training is good or better, while 91% agree that their fellow franchisees are supportive of each other and the Spherion brand.**

You'll receive 380+ hours of comprehensive role-based training before and after opening. Periodic training addresses client development, legal requirements, marketing, and sales. You'll be supported by a dedicated portfolio leader who is available to answer questions and strategize with you, as well as by a national marketing team.

Spherion owners receive complete back office and technology support for all functions related to their temporary employees. We process employee payroll, including taxes, insurance, and benefits required by law. We invoice the clients, manage collections and application of payments as well as the W-2 process at the end of the year. Our corporate office maintains, supports, and troubleshoots all technology, eliminating the need for technical expertise and investment. Spherion's model allows you to focus on the business, not get lost in the business.

Our franchisees enjoy a full range of sales and marketing tools to help promote their business, including digital marketing, SEO & SEM support; sales collateral; print, radio, billboard, and online advertising; social media content; target account programs; direct mail campaigns; salary data; thought leadership research; and community giveback programs.

You'll enroll in our New Franchisee Launch program, a comprehensive training course that covers all aspects of opening a successful Spherion office. Plus, you'll receive ongoing support from a tenured team of professionals—from accounting, payroll, and technology to operations and marketing.

This website and the franchise sales information on this website do not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a franchise disclosure document. Certain states require that we register the franchise disclosure document in those states. The communications on this website are not directed by us to the residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the franchise disclosure document to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.